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Unwieldy: meaning, definitions and examples

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unwieldy

 

[ ʌnˈwiːldi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

difficult to handle

Difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight. Awkward and clumsy in use or handling. Not easily controlled or managed.

Synonyms

awkward, bulky, cumbersome

Examples of usage

  • It's hard to maneuver the unwieldy package through the narrow doorway.
  • She struggled with the unwieldy umbrella in the strong wind.
  • The unwieldy bureaucracy made it difficult to get anything done efficiently.

Translations

Translations of the word "unwieldy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desajeitado

🇮🇳 भारी

🇩🇪 unhandlich

🇮🇩 sulit diatur

🇺🇦 незграбний

🇵🇱 nieporęczny

🇯🇵 扱いにくい

🇫🇷 encombrant

🇪🇸 incómodo

🇹🇷 hantal

🇰🇷 다루기 힘든

🇸🇦 ضخم

🇨🇿 nepohodlný

🇸🇰 nepohodlný

🇨🇳 笨重

🇸🇮 neroden

🇮🇸 óþjált

🇰🇿 қолайсыз

🇬🇪 უხერხული

🇦🇿 narahat

🇲🇽 incómodo

Etymology

The word 'unwieldy' originated from the Middle English 'unweldi,' meaning 'difficult to govern.' It has been used in English since the 14th century. Over time, its meaning expanded to refer to anything difficult to handle or manage.

See also: wield.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,826, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.